Intake Coordinator -Jor

Job Details
Job Location
AZ - Phoenix - La Jornada - Phoenix, AZ
Education Level
2 Year Degree
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Who we are
The National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.
Working at NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 11Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k),Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU's and ongoing trainings/education

Position Summary
The Intake Coordinator for NYAP's La Jornada (The Journey) Program focusing on Transitional Foster Care (TFC) and Long-Term Foster Care (LTFC) for youth who have fled their country of origin and arrived in the U.S. with or without a parent or legal guardian, is responsible for overseeing the intake team responsible for recommending appropriate services and referrals coming into the agency.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program's mission, values, and philosophies.
• Responsible for the placement procedures, interagency correspondence and required agency case file information.
• Responsible for ensuring required and timely initial assessment of referrals.
• Responsible for recommending the appropriate service(s) to be delivered in accordance with the least restrictive environment, based on assessment results.
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate and timely communications to referring agencies and foster parents for the determination of the level of care of the clients, based on assessment results.

• Assist with increasing the referral base by approved methods and strategies to keep child-placing agencies aware of NYAP's continuum of care and services.
• Ensure data is gathered then compile, analyze and distribute statistical reports to supervisors detailing service reception activities.
• Enter all foster parent and youth information into the computer and update all changes, additions, deletions, etc.
• Advocate on behalf of the youth through individual and system advocacy to promote the provision of service delivery to the youth and their families via the least restrictive service delivery option available.
• Follow agency procedures for weekend and holiday emergency coverage and be available to potentially work a non-traditional work schedule.

• Occasional overnight travel may be needed.
• Interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by leadership or designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor's Degree in a social service or related field is preferred.
• Minimum two years' experience in youth services, preferring direct experience in child welfare.
• A valid social work license is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is required.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours with a possibility of being on call on nights/weekends, in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.

The qualified candidate will follow a team concept and support agency goals, colleagues and ORR liaisons. Candidate must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religious, and racial backgrounds.
Did YOU go into human services work to help people?
Were YOU driven to serve youth and families of your community?
Are YOU collaborative and innovative?
Are YOU passionate about serving others?
Are YOU energized when you see a child flourish?
If so, the National Youth Advocate Program is looking for YOU!
If this describes YOU, please apply and our talent acquisition team will review your experience and credentials.
www.nyap.org/employment
COVID-19 Considerations:
We are safely and successfully working out in the community and in group home settings.
The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.